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The Gospel to All Nations — A Mission with an End in View

Posted on February 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

“And the Good News about the Kingdom will be preached throughout the whole world, so that all nations will hear it; and then the end will come.” — Matthew 24:14 (NLT) These words of Jesus are among the most sweeping … Continue reading →

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The Power of Blessing

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

Near the end of his life, Jacob gathers his sons around his bed and speaks words over each of them (Genesis 49). These are not casual comments or sentimental goodbyes. Scripture calls them blessings. And what he says shapes not … Continue reading →

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How God Uses Dreams

Posted on February 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

Throughout Scripture, God often communicates with people in ways that bypass ordinary human reasoning—and dreams are one of His most consistent tools. From Genesis to the Gospels, dreams serve as divine messages, warnings, guidance, and encouragement. While not every dream … Continue reading →

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7 Powerful Lessons from the Life of Joseph

Posted on February 2, 2026 by Mark Cole

Joseph’s story (Genesis 37–50) is one of the most inspiring and relatable narratives in the Bible. He experienced betrayal, injustice, temptation, success, and reconciliation—often all within the same season of life. Yet through it all, God was quietly at work, … Continue reading →

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Lessons We Can Learn from the Book of Job

Posted on January 9, 2026 by Mark Cole

The book of Job is one of the most challenging—and most honest—books in the Bible. It doesn’t give us easy answers to suffering, and it refuses to wrap pain in neat spiritual clichés. Instead, it invites us into the deep … Continue reading →

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Where Your Treasure Is

Posted on January 9, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus once said something both simple and deeply unsettling: “Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be.”(Matthew 6:21) It’s a diagnostic statement. Jesus isn’t primarily telling us what to do—He’s revealing what’s already true. Treasure … Continue reading →

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Lessons from Mordecai: Faithful Living in Unseen Places

Posted on December 23, 2025 by Mark Cole

(From the Book of Esther) Mordecai is one of the quiet heroes of Scripture. He never performs a miracle, never preaches a sermon, and never receives public recognition at first. Yet the book of Esther makes it clear: God used … Continue reading →

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From Saul’s Fall to David’s Rise: Leadership Lessons from 1 Chronicles 10–12

Posted on August 14, 2025 by Mark Cole

The sweep of 1 Chronicles 10–12 takes us from the tragic end of King Saul’s reign to the inspiring rise of King David. It’s a passage loaded with leadership, faith, and teamwork lessons for anyone who wants to serve God … Continue reading →

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Committed Plans, Lasting Success

Posted on June 16, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Commit your actions to the Lord, and your plans will succeed.” — Proverbs 16:3 (NLT) We all want to succeed. Whether it’s in our work, our ministry, our relationships, or even in everyday decisions, success is something we long for. … Continue reading →

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Why Doesn’t God Always Heal?

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Mark Cole

A Biblical Reflection on Unanswered Prayers for Healing One of the hardest and most heartfelt questions we face as followers of Jesus is: “If we pray in Jesus’ name, why aren’t all the sick healed?” This is not just a … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: God’s purposes

The Power of Blessing

How God Uses Dreams

7 Powerful Lessons from the Life of Joseph

Lessons We Can Learn from the Book of Job

Where Your Treasure Is

Lessons from Mordecai: Faithful Living in Unseen Places

From Saul’s Fall to David’s Rise: Leadership Lessons from 1 Chronicles 10–12

Committed Plans, Lasting Success

Why Doesn’t God Always Heal?

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